Children Of The Wilderness

Children Of The Wilderness

$45.00 AUD

Availability: in stock at our Tullamarine warehouse

Condition: SECONDHAND

This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.

Author: Donald Thomson
Binding: Hardback
Published: Currey O'Neil, 1983

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Dust jacket has very light wear

Children of the Wilderness presents a profound ethnographic account of the Yolngu people of Arnhem Land, meticulously chronicling their traditional way of life. This seminal work illustrates the intricate social structures, spiritual beliefs, and daily survival strategies of an Indigenous Australian community. Thomson's detailed observations provide an invaluable record of a culture deeply connected to its ancestral lands. The narrative conveys a respectful and insightful perspective, offering readers a unique window into a rich and complex society. This compelling volume stands as a testament to the enduring spirit and wisdom of the Yolngu people.

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Description

Author: Donald Thomson
Binding: Hardback
Published: Currey O'Neil, 1983

Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Dust jacket has very light wear

Children of the Wilderness presents a profound ethnographic account of the Yolngu people of Arnhem Land, meticulously chronicling their traditional way of life. This seminal work illustrates the intricate social structures, spiritual beliefs, and daily survival strategies of an Indigenous Australian community. Thomson's detailed observations provide an invaluable record of a culture deeply connected to its ancestral lands. The narrative conveys a respectful and insightful perspective, offering readers a unique window into a rich and complex society. This compelling volume stands as a testament to the enduring spirit and wisdom of the Yolngu people.